a healthcare facility where patients receive medical treatment or advice

in this context, health services that can be accessed via the internet for advice and consultations

a place where individuals can receive immediate help and services without an appointment

Healthcare clinics, drop-in centres and online services

RSHE (PSHE)

Using dentists and doctors

Seeking mental health advice

This unit teaches how to seek mental health advice, use health care clinics, drop-ins, online services, and navigate the system for dentists and doctors.

Staying safe and healthy: How do I use the health care system?

Physical illness or injury, medical procedures, blood.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of sex or sexual body parts, including sex education.

Depiction or discussion of sexual content

healthcare facility where patients receive medical treatment or advice

a place where individuals can receive help without an appointment

health services that can be accessed via the internet

Match the symptom or need to the appropriate clinic.

Which of the following would you **not** go to an urgent treatment centre for?

A {{ }} clinic or an urgent treatment centre do not require appointments in advance.

Match the condition to whether you would see a nurse, GP or pharmacist.

Which of these is **not** an online service?

Which of the following is a service provided by a GP surgery?

when you need a check-up or have toothache

when you need a prescription for antibiotics

when you have a wound that needs stitches

When should you visit an NHS dentist rather than a GP?

{{ }} is when a person seeks support without needing a professional to refer them.

disease-fighting proteins that play a role in the immune system

the process of becoming immune to a disease

a type of skin cancer that starts in cells that make skin colour

Match the words to the correct definitions.

You should apply sunscreen with at least SPF 30 and reapply it every two hours.

You can’t get sunburnt on a cloudy day as there's no UV rays.

Wearing a hat, sunglasses and covering your skin helps protect against UV rays.

Sunburn increases your risk of skin cancer later in life.

Staying in the shade during peak sun hours helps prevent sun damage.

Just like we take care of our physical health, it's important to look after our {{ }} health too, especially during stressful or challenging times in life.

Starter Quiz

Which of the following is a service provided by a GP surgery?